The correct stability order of the following resonanating s…

Chemistry General Organic Chemistry Resonance Single Correct MCQ

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Published on: August 12, 2026

The correct stability order of the following resonanating structures is :

(IV) > (I) > (III) > (II)

(II) > (IV) > (I) > (III)

(III) > (II) > (IV) > (I)

(I) > (IV) > (III) > (II)

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I is the most stable resonating structure becasue it is neutral. IV has complete octet on each atoms, II and III both have incomplete octet at 'C' atom bearing positive charge but in 'III' structure negative charge is present on more electronegative atom i.e. oxygen.

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